Hong Kong police on Monday blocked a candlelit vigil marking the anniversary of China’s deadly military 1989 crackdown on pro-democracy protesters in Beijing’s Tiananmen Square. ( read original story ...)
Bahrain’s Investcorp raises 318m euros for new fund
Bahrain’s Investcorp has done the closing of its Mount Row (Levered) Credit Fund with capital commitments of 318 million euros, exceeding its target of 300 million euros. Mount Row attracted a broad ... ( read original story ...)
Syria: UNRWA – Humanitarian Snapshot, April 2020
English Infographic on Syrian Arab Republic and 4 other countries about Education, Food and Nutrition, Aged Persons, Children, Epidemic and more; published on 01 Jun 2020 by UNRWA ... ( read original story ...)
Japan may veto Lebanon’s IMF bailout until officials agree to deport Ghosn
Lebanon asked the IMF for a $10 billion bailout, and Japan may threaten to veto its request if it doesn't deport former Renault-Nissan boss Carlos Ghosn. ( read original story ...)
Thailand’s Islamic bank doubles branches; Cambodia gets takaful option
Muslim countries in Southeast Asia. The Islamic Bank of Thailand (branded as IBank), a state-owned institution and the country’s sole Islamic bank, said it will more than double its branches, while ... ( read original story ...)
Malaysia Bourse May Test Resistance At 1,500-Point Level
The Malaysia stock market has finished higher in four straight sessions, advancing more than 50 points or 3.5 percent in that span. ( read original story ...)
Japan may soon allow business visits from Thailand
Business trips from Thailand and three other countries could be the first step to be negotiated as Japan plans to ease its entry ban, a Japanese government source said on Monday. ( read original story ...)
Japan is considering a travel bubble for overseas business people and tourists
Japan has been wary of relaxing travel restrictions too quickly and has opted to extend the entry ban and visa suspensions until the end of June. Currently, Japanese nationals are allowed to re-enter ... ( read original story ...)
Pakistan may end special tax system
Pakistan is considering ending preferential tax treatment for foreign companies working in the country aimed at bringing them on a par with domestic firms and getting an additional Rs22 billion in ... ( read original story ...)
Indonesia Pushes to Reopen Economy to Curb Mounting Job Losses
Indonesia is pushing ahead to reopen its economy amid a surge in coronavirus infections, with the government seeking to minimize job losses and the threat of social unrest. ( read original story ...)